How Physiotherapy Helps Children Recover from Injuries and Surgeries
Injuries and surgeries can be daunting for children not just physically but emotionally too. Whether it's a sports injury, a fracture, or post-operative recovery from orthopaedic or neurological procedures, regaining strength, movement, and confidence is a journey and that's where paediatric physiotherapy becomes a cornerstone of healing. In India, awareness about specialised physiotherapy for children is growing, but there’s still a gap in understanding its crucial role in recovery. This article will shed light on how physiotherapy supports young bodies in healing, improving function, and returning to everyday activities—better and stronger. Why Physiotherapy Is Vital in Recovery Unlike adults, children are in a dynamic phase of physical and neurological development. This means their injuries can affect growth, posture, muscle balance, and even emotional wellbeing if not addressed early and appropriately. Physiotherapy focuses on functional recovery, which means helping a chi...